As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Solar Energy in the US is $75,057, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,443 weekly, or $6,255 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Solar Energy in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Solar Energy in the US vary widely, spanning from $63,990 to $85,015. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,264) and 75th percentile ($80,270), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,015 per year. This $11,006 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Carpentry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Solar Energy often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 36 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Solar Energy Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Solar Energy Salary $63,990 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Solar Energy Salary $69,264 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Solar Energy Salary $75,057 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Solar Energy Salary $80,270 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Solar Energy Salary $85,015 US August 01, 2026
25% $69,264 10% $63,990 90% $85,015 75% $80,270 $75,057 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Solar Energy

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Solar Energy in the United States. The base salary for Solar Energy ranges from $69,264 to $80,270 with the average base salary of $75,057. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $72,597 to $85,114 with the average total cash compensation of $78,170.

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